NHS services in London are working hard to make sure all adults and babies still receive their routine vaccinations. When you visit your GP surgery, things may be a little different: social distancing and infection prevention control measures may be in place. This is all to keep you and staff safe. If you are due a vaccination, contact your GP today. nhs.uk/vaccinations
The practice will be open and closed on the following days, during the holiday period.
Monday 23th December – Usual opening times
Tuesday 24th December – Closes at 6PM
Wednesday 25th December – CHRISTMAS DAY – Closed
Thursday 26th December – BOXING DAY B/HOL – Closed
Friday 27th December – Usual opening times
Monday 30th December – Usual opening times
Tuesday 31st December – Closes at 6PM
Wednesday 1st January – NEW YEAR’S DAY B/HOL – Closed
Normal opening times from 2nd January
Outside of these hours please call 111.
Please only call 999 if it is a life-threatening emergency.
Don’t forget that you can also go to your local pharmacy for non-urgent health advice.
Wishing you all a safe Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
From everyone at THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE
All requests are reviewed daily by a clinician. If your request is deemed to be urgent, you will be offered a same-day appointment.
Examples of urgent medical problems can be: Infections (chest, ear, urine, etc), post-surgical complications.
We also aim to prioritise our elderly, pregnant and young patients under 5 years old.
If your request is deemed to be non-urgent, you will be contacted within 5 working days.
As part of the new NHS Pharmacy 1st scheme, you can now attend your local pharmacy for the following minor illnesses:
Earache – 1 to 17 years.
Impetigo – 1 year and over.
Infected insect bites – 1 year and over.
Shingles – 18 years and over.
Sinusitis – 12 years and over.
Sore throat – 5 years and over.
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections – women 16-64 years.
To find your nearest pharmacy and check if it is part of the scheme go to NHS pharmacy finder or just walk in.
Thurleigh Road Practice may also refer you to the NHS Pharmacy 1st scheme if your medical request is deemed appropriate.
You can read more about NHS Pharmacy 1st here.
Please request a Doctor’s Letter through the Admin query form with as much information as possible.
You asked, We listened
Following our last patient survey, we have made changes to improve the patient experience:
Medical requests are now open for longer every morning.
We understand that queries for medical requests were hard to access after 8 o’clock. These are now open for longer, giving you more opportunity to access them at your convenience. Please use this option to tell us about a new or ongoing medical issue.
More patient access
Sofia has successfully completed her ANP (Advanced Nurse Practitioner) course and is now a qualified practitioner.
This means that she will be able to see more patients on the day for acute illnesses, referrals, medication reviews and much more.
NHS App
Don’t forget you can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS App. You can also view your medical records which include blood test results, immunisation records, referrals, consultations and any medical documents on your record.
If you haven’t already registered, you can download the app from the App Store or Google Play. You can also use the NHS Website. There is no need to contact the practice for any log in details – all you need is your name and date of birth.